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LB61 DJE

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,877 mi
Last recorded119,877 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB61 DJE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 119,877 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 110,897 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn smooth on outside edge

Fail 9 Jan 2025 110,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb possibly incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn smooth on outside edge

Pass 12 Jan 2024 99,960 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 92,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washers weak

Pass 14 Jan 2022 86,435 miles

both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Fail 14 Jan 2022 86,431 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

both front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Pass 14 Jan 2021 81,913 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 76,896 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyre cracking in centre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 68,857 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 60,131 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 51,711 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 43,967 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 37,232 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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LB61 DJE is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 68,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB61 DJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB61 DJE registered?

LB61 DJE is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is LB61 DJE safe to buy?

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